A ferry or tender most likely will drop you off at the base of Fira. It is not easy to get to the major towns at the top. Smaller villages dot the landscape and farther to the east are the black-sand beaches the island is also known for. In the middle of the caldera and Oia (pronounced Eee’-ya) is on the northern tip. Two especially charming towns have been built here on the rim and hoards of tourists flood into them every year from April to September. What remains is the edge of the sunken crater, a portion of the rim shaped like the sliver of a fingernail. It is said that this was the largest volcanic eruption of all time-the equivalent of forty atomic bombs and about one hundred times as powerful as that at Pompeii. The town on top collapsed into the depths of the sea below, and possibly as many as 20,000 people lost their lives. Suddenly the volcano erupted and fire, boulders, and molten ash gushed forth from deep inside. A thriving and advanced civilization lived on the top and people were going about theirĭaily activities. Nearly four thousand years ago-in 1646 BC-Santorini was a volcanic island called Thera. SANTORINI CARVED FROM A VOLCANO Santorini – Carved from a Volcano These are some of the things that come to my mind when I think of the Greek islands. Mouthwatering salads made from sun-ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, red onions, feta cheese, and extra virgin olive Leather sandals originally designed for Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates. Tiny family-owned churches with blue domes and white crosses. Whitewashed Cycladic buildings and sidewalks cleaned daily. This is one of the most beautiful places on earth.īright blue skies without a cloud anywhere. Visits between October-early November is recommended to avoid crowds.Travel Greece: A Glimpse of the Greek Islands by Elizabeth von Pier Travel Greece: A Glimpse of the Greek Islands During this period, clarity of Fiji’s waters is at its best for diving and snorkeling. To avoid the wet season, Fiji is best visited between May to early November where the weather is relatively dry and pleasantly warm. Return to the comforts of your luxury accommodation where lavish villas lines the beachfront and rejuvenating spa treatment awaits. Get up close with Fiji’s wonderful marine world with an abundance of activities the likes of snorkelling, diving, cruising and kayaking in its pristine waters. Renowned for its vibrant and spectacular corals and thriving marine eco-system that is home to 390 species of corals and 1500 species of fishes, Fiji is known as the Soft Coral Capital of the World. Visit the Sigatoka Sand Dunes, one of Fiji’s historic jewels, where shifting sands continue to reveal archaeological finds such as fossils and pottery dating centuries back to 15 B.C. Partake in the Fijian festivals celebrated throughout the year and experience fire walking and the traditional Kava ceremony, understanding the national drink that is essential to Fijian culture. Hike up the hills of the iconic Sigatoka Valley and the Kula Eco park where the one can take in the sights of its spectacular backdrop of volcanic hills, stunning patchwork agriculture fields and visit the Fijian village while interacting with its friendly locals all at once.
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